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Do Snowy Owls really belong in genus Bubo?

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In fact, in 2009, Wink et al. published a study that this time included nuclear DNA along with the mtDNA: Molecular phylogeny of owls (Strigiformes) inferred from DNA sequences of the mitochondrial cytochrome b and the nuclear RAG-1 gene.

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The Power of Pets Initiative

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Exercise is a vital component of a healthy lifestyle, and research suggests that owning a pet helps increase levels of physical activity. Mars Petcare is the world’s largest petcare manufacturer, with 2009 global sales of approximately $12 billion. A recent survey of 1,000 U.S. About Mars Petcare.

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Good Idea: OTRADA

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I found some at Target, some in catalogs, some in antique malls, but why wasn’t anyone creating a lifestyle brand for animal lovers? Good Idea: OTRADA originally appeared on 4 The Love of Animals on November 7, 2009. I noticed that I was able to find neat animal-influenced products in linens, housewares, jewelry, home decor etc.,

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Good Idea: Ortada

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I found some at Target, some in catalogs, some in antique malls, but why wasn’t anyone creating a lifestyle brand for animal lovers? Good Idea: Ortada originally appeared on 4 The Love of Animals on November 7, 2009. I noticed that I was able to find neat animal-influenced products in linens, housewares, jewelry, home decor etc.,

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Is your dog a “real dog”?

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And, 78 percent of dog owners say the current economy has not affected their dog’s lifestyle. originally appeared on 4 The Love of Animals on August 28, 2009. For more information about the contest and how to enter, visit www.ALPOTellItLikeItIs.com. Is your dog a “real dog&# ?

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From Today's New York Times

Animal Ethics

2, 2009 The writer is dean of the College of Natural, Applied and Health Sciences at Kean University. 1, 2009 To the Editor: As an ethics instructor who aims to inspire my students to think about the connections between their values and daily practices, I found Nicolette Hahn Niman’s article disappointing. Toney Union, N.J.,

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From Today's New York Times

Animal Ethics

5, 2009 To the Editor: I ate my last hamburger last night. 4, 2009 To the Editor: Your otherwise impressive article did not mention irradiation, the only reliable method of eliminating E. 5, 2009 The writer worked from 1978 to 1990 at Consumers Union as a health and science writer for Consumer Reports Magazine.